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ID H0780

Amends existing law to provide for service extenders.


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Introduced
03/16/2022
In Committee
03/23/2022
Crossed Over
03/18/2022
Passed
03/25/2022
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
03/31/2022

Introduced Session

2022 Regular Session

Bill Summary

PSYCHOLOGISTS -- Amends existing law to provide for service extenders.

AI Summary

This bill amends existing law to provide for "service extenders" - persons who have earned a doctoral degree in psychology or a master's degree in a mental health field and are permitted to provide psychological services under the supervision of a licensed psychologist. The bill also allows for the Board of Psychologist Examiners to establish rules for the permitting of service extenders. Additionally, the bill makes other changes to the definition of "person" and the exemptions from licensing requirements for certain individuals, such as undergraduate students and interns. Finally, the bill allows the board to establish rules for the use of communication technology in the practice of psychology, including supervision.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Other Sponsors (1)

Health and Welfare Committee (H)

Last Action

Reported Signed by Governor on March 25, 2022 Session Law Chapter 262 Effective: 03/25/2022 (on 03/31/2022)

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